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When did Shabba Ranks start making music?

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Shabba Ranks's first song “Copper Shot” released on January 1, 1982.


Shabba Ranks is a Jamaican dancehall musician. He was one of the most popular dancehall artists of his generation.

His popular songs include, but are not limited to, Telephone Love Pon Mi Mind ft. JC Lodge, Bedroom Bully, and Wicked Inna Bed.

Born: January 17, 1966 (age 54, Saint Ann Parish
Spouse: Michelle Gordon
Movies: The Return of Shabba... Read More
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